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Diminished health and social outcomes among men who have sex with men who use drugs in Zimbabwe
No abstract available. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - September 27, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Munyaradzi Mapingure Source Type: research

The prevalence of multimorbidity in virally suppressed HIV-positive patients in Limpopo
Conclusion: There is a high prevalence, both of risk factors for NCDs and multimorbidity (> 1 chronic disease) in patients who are ≥ 40 years and virologically suppressed on ART. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - September 18, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Limakatso Lebina Source Type: research

Promises and potential pitfalls of long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis
The number of products that can provide pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention is expanding, with three now approved in South Africa (oral Tenofovir-based PrEP, injectable Cabotegravir, and a Dapivirine-based vaginal ring) and more in the development pipeline. Although highly effective and safe, oral PrEP products have not reduced HIV incidence in South Africa to the extent seen in other countries, primarily due to adherence challenges, rapidly diminishing persistence over time, and insufficient scale-up of PrEP service delivery. The Dapivirine vaginal ring, which provides 1-month-long protection, provides wome...
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - July 27, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Carey Pike Source Type: research

Assessing very advanced HIV disease in adolescent girls and young women
Conclusion: The study reported a higher proportion of very advanced HIV disease for AG versus YW nationally, with provincial disparity needing further analysis. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - July 20, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Naseem Cassim Source Type: research

Rural nurses ’ antiretroviral prescribing practices in children, Limpopo province, South Africa
Conclusion: Antiretroviral prescribing errors in the form of drug omissions in ART regimens, incorrect dosing and dosing frequencies, lack of formulation considerations, and inadequate monthly supplies of antiretrovirals were commonly observed in this review. Antiretroviral stewardship programmes should be co nsidered to develop and establish a fundamental strategy for improving quality in managing CLHIV. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - July 7, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Linneth N. Mabila Source Type: research

Paediatric antiretroviral update
No abstract available. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - July 6, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Gillian Sorour Source Type: research

Outcomes of a model for re-testing HIV-negative index contacts in Sedibeng, South Africa
Conclusion: Revisiting index clients with a previous negative HIV test result is worthwhile, creating an opportunity to identify undiagnosed PLHIV and high-risk people for PrEP. The high positivity rate highlights the importance of providing a sero-neutral approach to HIV testing, including integrating preven tion messaging and linkage to PrEP services. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - May 29, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Ditebogo L. Phiri Source Type: research

An audit of adherence to cervical cancer screening guidelines in a tertiary-level HIV clinic
Conclusion: The rate of cervical cancer screening in our institution is below that recommended by the World Health Organization and the South African National Department of Health. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - May 26, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Jeffrey Bolon Source Type: research

Breaking the unbreakable: A paediatric case of dolutegravir resistance from KwaZulu-Natal
We report a case of dolutegravir resistance in KwaZulu-Natal in a 13-year-old male two years after starting dolutegravir. Resistance most likely developed due to poor adherence as a result of psychosocial issues. This case highlights the importance of the role of the family unit in impacting adherence and close monitoring of treatment-experienced patients with virologic failure following switching to dolutegravir-based regimens. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - May 23, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Sibongiseni Malinga Source Type: research

Weight gain on dolutegravir: Association is not the same as causation
No abstract available. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - May 15, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Gary Maartens Source Type: research

Survival outcomes of HIV-positive adults on peritoneal dialysis at Helen Joseph renal unit
Conclusion: People living with HIV should not be excluded from CAPD as a mode of kidney replacement therapy (KRT). (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - May 10, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Kagisho L. Thomas Source Type: research

Effect of HIV on mortality among hospitalised patients in South Africa
Conclusion: Our study, conducted in a regional hospital in South Africa, showed PLWH had higher mortality rates and died at younger ages compared to HIV-seronegative patients. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - April 26, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Dirk J. Lamprecht Source Type: research

The prevalence of cervical abnormalities: Comparison of youth with perinatally acquired HIV and older women in Botswana
Conclusion: Inclusion of youth living with HIV in cervical cancer screening services should be considered in settings with a high prevalence of HIV and cervical cancer. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - March 28, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Thabo Phologolo Source Type: research

COVID-19 severity and in-hospital mortality in an area with high HIV prevalence
Conclusion: PLWH were not at increased risk of mortality and those with detectable HIVVL had less severe respiratory disease than those with suppressed HIVVL.What this study adds: This study advances our understanding of severe COVID-19 in PLWH. (Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine)
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - January 27, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Michael T. Boswell Source Type: research

Human rights violations among men who have sex with men and transgender people in South Africa
Conclusion: Our findings demonstrate the feasibility of documenting HRVs among MSM and TG people within HIV prevention programmes. Men who have sex with men and TG people should be systematically screened for HRVs and linked to legal or other services.Contribution: Our findings present data on the nature of HRVs in 10 districts outside of the large urban centres where research documenting the lived experiences of MSM, TG people and other key populations is traditionally conducted in South Africa. Such data contribute to addressing the gap in the literature o n the needs of MSM and TG people in South Africa caused by the ...
Source: Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine - January 23, 2023 Category: African Health Authors: Raymond Chimatira Source Type: research